How To Study Your Bible
“Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish…” you know how it goes. This 6-session Study is a practical, step-by-step, “how to” tool designed to help you learn to observe, interpret, and apply the Bible yourself.
SESSION 1: INTRODUCTION
The Bible explains itself as spiritual food, nourishing the soul of a person. Many of us are living on a snack diet or less and, as a result, are malnourished.
Step 1: Download the discussion questions and material that accompany this session.
Step 2: Watch the Session 1 video with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 3: Talk through the discussion questions with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 4: HOMEWORK (Optional) – Memorize 2 Timothy 3:16
SESSION 2: OBSERVATION
Here, we provide a step-by-step guide on the first aspect of Bible Study: observation.
Step 1: Download the discussion questions and material that accompany this session.
Step 2: Watch the Session 2 video with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 3: Work through the Observation Worksheet with the person or the group you are meeting with.
Step 4: HOMEWORK (Optional) – Memorize Hebrews 4:12
SESSION 3: INTERPRETATION – PART 1
We discuss the importance of context and provide practical resources to help you discover its different dimensions./p>
Step 1: Download the Interpretation Worksheet and other attachments that accompany this session.
Step 2: Watch the Session 3 video with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 3: Work through steps 1 and 2 on the Interpretation Worksheet with the person or the group you are meeting with.
Step 4: HOMEWORK (Optional) – Memorize 2 Timothy 2:15
SESSION 4: INTERPRETATION – PART 2
We define and explain how to cross reference Scripture and how to conduct a word study.
Step 1: Download the Interpretation Worksheet and other attachments that accompany this session.
Step 2: Watch the Session 4 video with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 3: Work through steps 3 and 4on the Interpretation Worksheet with the person or the group you are meeting with.
SESSION 5: INTERPRETATION – PART 3
We discuss the usage of commentaries and additional Bible reference tools.
Step 1: Download the Interpretation Worksheet and other attachments that accompany session.
Step 2: Watch the Session 5 video with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 3: Work through steps 5,6 and 7 on the Interpretation Worksheet with the person or the group you are meeting with.
SESSION 6: APPLICATION
We provide practical considerations that assist you in applying the Bible to your life.
Step 1: Download the Application Worksheet and other attachments that accompany this session.
Step 2: Watch the Session 6 video with the person or group you are meeting with.
Step 3: Work through the Application Worksheet with the person or the group you are meeting with.
Step 4: HOMEWORK (Optional) – Memorize James 1:22-25
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